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The Best Tires For The Great Divide? (video)
39 Jun 10 Logan Watts / gearWith the Tour Divide kicking off tomorrow, folks might be wondering how riders choose the best tires for the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, a long and intense ride that tests all bike components, especially the ones grinding along day after day. In our latest YouTube video, we talk about what factors to consider and reveal a few of our favorite tires for long, mixed-terrain routes…
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Even Vikings Wore Helmets (Video)
51 Jun 9 Logan Watts / newsThis new Danish helmet safety PSA video is hilarious, very well produced, and worth a watch, whether you’re for helmets or indifferent. We highly recommend taking two minutes to check it out…
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First Ride with the new Wolf Tooth WT-1 Chain Lube
12 Jun 8 Logan Watts / accessoriesWolf Tooth Components just launched their all-new WT-1 Chain Lube, which is designed to clean, protect, and last up to five times longer than other chain lubes. We had the chance to give it a try prior to launch. Find our first impressions here…
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Fairlight Faran 2.0 Review
64 Jun 8 Logan Watts / bikesThe Fairlight Faran 2.0 packs a ton of utilitarian features (and a few surprises) into a European-made steel frameset with incredible attention to detail. We had the chance to put one through its paces while gravel riding, bikepacking, and everything in between for this in-depth review.
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New RAR Shred T
0 Jun 7 Logan Watts / newsOur friends over at RAR just introduced their new Shred T, reminding folks behind you what’s important. Plus, find out about RAR’s new raffle…
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Injuring Eternity: The Drawings of Jeremie Lamart
5 Jun 7 Logan Watts / plogIn our latest installment of Rider’s Lens, we take a look at the work of Jeremie Lamart, who also goes by the handle Injuring Eternity. Once an urban street artist, Jeremie is now a prolific illustrator of all things outdoors, including bikerafting, climbing, and bikepacking. Learn more about him and his work here…
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Dakine Hot Laps 5L Review (video)
4 Jun 4 Logan Watts / accessoriesWhat makes a great hip pack? In this video review, Neil shares some thoughts on his new favorite, the Dakine Hot Laps 5L. It’s big, loaded with features that work well on the bike, and he rarely leaves home without it. Find the specs, how he packs his Hot Laps, and how it’s held up to a few months of riding.
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Ortlieb Handlebar-Pack QR Review
45 Jun 1 Logan Watts / bikepacking-bagsJust released, the Ortlieb Handlebar-Pack QR is a rather fresh and modern take on the traditional top-loading handlebar bag. We got to put a couple hundred miles on one for this shakedown review. Find everything you need to know about this unique, waterproof roll-top bag here…
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Introducing the New Santa Cruz Blur TR and Juliana Wilder
16 Jun 1 Logan Watts / newsThe all new Santa Cruz Blur and Juliana Wilder are the lightest full-suspension bikes the two companies have made yet. The Blur come in either XC with 100mm of Superlight suspension, or TR with 115mm rear and 120 up front. Learn more here and check out the entertaining Blur launch video…
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Fill in The Map
28 Jun 1 Logan Watts / plogAnnouncing our latest bikepacking routes challenge with 20 great prize packages up for grabs. With various lockdowns in effect over the last year, we have a hunch many of you have been planning and scouting some great local overnighters. To help fill in the blank spots on our map (all over the world), we’re inviting you to submit your favorite local bikepacking overnighter between now and July 26th for a chance to win…
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The Risk is Real: How to Avoid Dehydration on a Bike Trip (Video)
14 May 31 Logan Watts / planEver been in danger of dehydration while out riding? Neil had a scare a couple weeks ago that put him in a somewhat desperate situation. To help you avoid a similar scenario, this latest video covers what to do and everything you need to know about carrying and sourcing water while bikepacking…
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Check Out This Custom Clandestine Front Rack
5 May 31 Logan Watts / newsWe ran across this clever custom rack by Clandestine designed to carry a front top-loading bag and reached out to learn more. Find all the details here…